First State Bank hires new loan officer

First State Bank and Trust has hired Scott Bredeson as a senior vice president/commercial loan officer at one of its two Tonganoxie locations, 1525 E. U.S. Highway 24-40, the bank announced recently.

Bredeson has more than 28 years of banking experience, with his most recent service at Citizens Bank & Trust in Smithville, Mo.

“I am excited to announce the addition of Scott to our commercial lending team,” said Steve Christensen, senior vice president/commercial banking manager. “With his broad background in banking, including expertise in agricultural lending, he will be an exceptional resource for the bank and its customers.”

Bredeson can be reached at (913) 845.2500 or via email at scottb@firststateks.com.